The Cape May County Park and Zoo tries to meet the needs of as many children as possible. Our zoo camp program is geared for children to engage in group activities that include “live” animal interaction, as well as interaction with children of the same age group. We do not have trained staff or have extra personnel available for children with special needs. Please contact the Education Department before the start of camp about your special needs child to discuss any concerns and to see if Zoo Camp is an appropriate environment for your child.

The Education Department hires and trains four seasonal camp counselors. Each counselor goes through background and drug testing; as well as CPR and First Aid Certification training. Counselors have a background in animal care, child care, education, natural sciences, and or environmental studies.

The Cape May County Park and Zoo tries to meet the needs of as many children as possible. Our zoo camp program is geared for children to engage in group activities that include “live” animal interaction, as well as interaction with children of the same age group. We do not have trained staff or have extra personnel available for children with special needs. Please contact the Education Department before the start of camp about your special needs child to discuss any concerns and to see if Zoo Camp is an appropriate environment for your child.